NWS issues Small Craft Advisory for the islands
SAN JUAN — There is a moderate risk today of rip currents for the north-oriented and east beaches of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico , Vieques and Culebra, the…
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Governor expresses condolences after hearing of the death of Ira Mills
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement Tuesday upon learning of the death of Virgin Islands Tax Assessor Ira Mills: “I am deeply saddened by the passing…
Fans don’t let fans drive drunk!
Make the Right Call – Drive Sober, Focused, and Rested! CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Super Bowl LIX is one of the biggest events of the year—a time forcelebration with friends, family,…
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Hygiene challenges for local businesses in the Virgin Islands
In the Virgin Islands, where 2,319 businesses employ 25,652 people, it’s easy to see how running a business here might feel like paradise, with gorgeous weather and ocean breezes. However, the same…
Elevated fire risk for Puerto Rico today!
SAN JUAN — There is a moderate risk of rip currents for most beaches across the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico tonight, the National Weather Service said today. "Life-threatening…
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ICE St. Thomas introduces 1,000 students to ‘Project Guardian’
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Some 1,000 students from the public and private schools in St. Thomas got tips on how to avoid falling victim to online sexual predators January 23 through…
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St. Thomas man accused of having child porn on his computer
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A 23-year-old man on St. Thomas has been accused of having child pornography on his computer along with related offenses. K’Moi Hart was arrested and charged with…
USVI sets dates for St. Thomas Carnival 2025
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — In collaboration with the Division of Festivals, the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism announced the official dates for the 2025 St. Thomas Carnival. Scheduled to be held…
BIR now offers online filing of Virgin Islands tax returns
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Joel A. Lee, Director of the Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue announced the implementation of V.I. Quick File, the Bureau’s online income tax filing portal. The…
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Americans’ cruise vacations to see slower growth in 2025, industry group forecasts
FREDERIKSTED — Nearly 19 million Americans are expected to go on cruise vacations this year, but passenger growth is likely to cool off after seeing a boom post pandemic, travel…